Our friends Erin and Matt have a lovely home in the country, surrounded by pastures and horses, and on the occasional holiday, a fireworks display on each horizon. We love gathering with friends there, especially when dishes like this are on the table.

Heather is a huge fan of French onion soup – the addition of Guinness and Irish cheddar make this version special. She made it for me when I visited her and Chris while on a solo road trip through the South.

My sister-in-law made this french toast for us one morning while we were visiting her and my brother in Colorado, and again when we all had Christmas at mom and dad’s. She stuffed slices of Hawaiian bread with warm strawberry compote, dipped the bread slices in an egg mixture, and sautéed them until golden. What a wonderful treat in the morning!

Yield: 4 servings •
Total time: 30 minutes

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